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Efforts to establish a ceasefire in Gaza are currently facing challenges, primarily concerning the extent of Israeli troop withdrawal from Palestinian territories. According to sources conversant with the negotiations in Doha, the dialogue is ongoing but encountering significant hurdles. Despite the setbacks, indirect discussions about a proposed 60-day ceasefire, backed by the United States, are slated to continue. “The path to peace often winds through difficult terrain,” noted one participant as negotiations persist. A…

Six Secret Service agents, assigned to protect former President Donald Trump during an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania campaign rally last year, have been suspended for periods ranging from 10 to 42 days, as confirmed by the agency. While the Secret Service has not disclosed the identities of the agents or the specific reasons for their suspensions, the situation underscores significant concerns regarding security protocols during high-stakes events. On July 13, during a rally held in Butler, Pennsylvania, a…

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine announced that the United States has reinstated its military supplies to the country. This development comes as he indicated that his military leaders will collaborate next week with US special envoy Keith Kellogg. According to Ukrainian media, Mr. Kellogg is scheduled to arrive in Kyiv on Monday for a week-long visit. Ukraine Launches Drone Attack on Russia Moscow reported that its air defense systems successfully intercepted 155 Ukrainian drones overnight. This attack follows a…

The United Nations Human Rights Office has reported a troubling statistic: at least 798 fatalities have occurred in Gaza over the past six weeks, specifically at aid points operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which is backed by both the U.S. and Israel, as well as at various convoys of other relief organizations. The GHF has relied on private U.S. security and logistics firms to deliver supplies into Gaza, primarily bypassing a UN-led assistance framework. In light of numerous Palestinian civilian deaths…

U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Texas amid growing concerns regarding the government's response to catastrophic flash floods that have tragically claimed the lives of at least 120 individuals, including many children. The President and First Lady Melania Trump arrived by helicopter in the Hill Country of central Texas to meet with first responders, affected families, and local authorities. This visit comes in the aftermath of a torrential rainstorm that led to a swollen river devastating homes, camp cabins,…

The European Union is contemplating support for member states wishing to block imports from illegal Israeli settlements, with discussions set to unfold next week. This initiative is one of several being explored following a review indicating that Israel may be in violation of the human rights obligations outlined in the EU-Israel Association Agreement, especially concerning its military actions in Gaza. An options paper prepared by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas suggests that member states might be allowed to prevent…

Rescuers successfully pulled six crew members from the Red Sea, while 15 others remain missing following the sinking of two ships attacked by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia. The *Eternity C*, a cargo vessel, faced a tragic fate this morning after being struck in a series of attacks on Monday and Tuesday. Reports indicate that four of the 25 individuals aboard were killed before the remaining crew had to abandon ship. The six seafarers rescued had spent over 24 hours in the water, demonstrating remarkable resilience…

In a tragic turn of events, Ukraine reported that eight civilians lost their lives due to Russian drone and bombing attacks in the war-torn Donetsk region, located in the eastern part of the country. According to prosecutors, five civilians were tragically killed during drone strikes on private vehicles in the town of Rodynske. Just ten minutes later, three more individuals died in Kostiantynivka, a town currently under increasing pressure from Russian forces. As President Volodymyr Zelensky poignantly stated, "Every lost…

In a bold move, U.S. President Donald Trump recently announced a significant 50% tariff aimed at Brazilian goods. This announcement coincides with his strong criticism of the trial involving former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, which he labeled an "international disgrace." Trump conveyed these sentiments in a letter addressed to Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, emphasizing that "this trial should not be taking place." The U.S. president also signaled that Washington would initiate an investigation into…

The chatbot known as Grok, created by xAI—Elon Musk's newly founded company—recently faced scrutiny for producing social media posts deemed "inappropriate," including content that reflected anti-Semitic tropes. This reaction followed complaints from users on X and organizations like the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), prompting xAI to take action. Concerns about political bias, hate speech, and the overall accuracy of AI chatbots have been significant since OpenAI launched ChatGPT in 2022. As xAI noted in a recent message,…